Category: Concerts
Live at the Fold: August Concerts
August 13th, Hiawatha Music Co-Op is thrilled to have Kitty Donohoe as our first Live at the Fold concert of the month! A bit about Kitty: Ann Arbor-based songwriter and Michigan Emmy recipient Kitty Donohoe is not an Irish or Celtic singer, but she clearly draws from that part of her heritage, as well as her American roots, as an artist. Iconic WFMT-Chicago folk dj Rich Warren calls Kitty “far above and beyond most singersongwriters.” She writes music that has been called “earthy, luminous and compelling” (The Weekender) and she’s been praised in the press equally … read more Live at the Fold: August Concerts
July 9th: Hiawatha Pre-Fest Concert
Hiawatha’s annual Pre-Fest Concert will be happening on July 9th from 6-8 PM at Ore Dock Brewing Company! 🎉 The Annie and Rod Capps Quartet will be gracing the stage as our musical guests. The Annie & Rod Capps Quartet features Jason Dennie on mandolin and Ozzie Andrews on bass. Their distinctive take on Americana/Folk highlights exceptional musicianship and inventive arrangements that support layered, insightful songwriting through dynamic, playful performances, inviting laughter, reflection, and meaningful connections from living rooms to festival stages. This event will be the last opportunity to purchase Hiawatha … read more July 9th: Hiawatha Pre-Fest Concert
July 1st: Beer Release Concert
Join us for the annual Beer Release Concert at Blackrocks Brewery on July 1st from 6-8 PM! There is a new band in town…Introducing, The Hiawatha Campfire Collective! This is a rotating band of local musicians, and they are excited to make their debut at the Beer Release Concert!🍻 2026 is the 10-year anniversary of Blackrocks Hiawatha Ale. This year, @blackrocksbrewery created a Summer Citrus Ale! 📣 Tickets for the Hiawatha Music Festival will be sold during the Concert. We can’t wait to see you there! HAPPY HIAWATHA! 🎶
June 17th: Community Square Dance & Members-Only Potluck
Join us on Wednesday, June 17th outside The Hiawatha Fold for the last community Square Dance before Festival! 🌀 There will be a Members-Only Potluck inside from 5:30-6:30 PM followed by the Community Square Dance outside which is FREE & open to the public! Dancing will be accompanied by The Hiawatha House Band and local caller, Jo Foley! Can’t wait to see you there! 🎶
May 21st: Songwriter’s Woodshed with Sam Luna
Join us on May 21st at the Hiawatha Fold for the last Songwriter’s Woodshed of 2026! We are thrilled to have Sam Luna as our special guest host. A mini-concert, an open mic, & workshop in one. Each month, a guest songwriter/band shares a song, their creative process, and a sing-along to start the open mic. Songwriters sign up, perform on stage, and receive great feedback from guest & attendees. The guest closes with another original and Q&A. Where: The Fold 1015 N 3rd St Marquette, MI. at Village shopping Ctr.
May 20th: Last HOTAP of 2026!
This is the LAST HOTAP of 2026! Cloverland is gracing us with a performance to ring in the festival season. We hope you join us! 🪕🎶 This event will be on May 20 at Ore Dock Brewing Co from 6-8 PM. We will be having a Hiawatha Music Festival Ticket Raffle you don’t want to miss! 🎟️
April 15th: HOTAP Kids Concert
It’s almost time for the 2026 Kids HOTAP Concert! 🥁 On Wednesday, April 15th, from 5-8 PM at the Ore Dock Brewing Co, we will be joined by local musicians Carrie Biolo, Biscuits & Gravy, and Corinne Rockow! A special part of this Kids HOTAP is its focus on children’s well-being. A couple of wonderful local organizations will be present to share resources & education on supporting our children’s mental health, including @uphealthplan and Cori Noordyk (LMSW, LLMFT, + AASW). A huge thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Marquette … read more April 15th: HOTAP Kids Concert
April 16th: Songwriter’s Woodshed: Tyler Dettloff
A mini-concert, an open mic, & workshop in one. Each month, a guest songwriter/band shares a song, their creative process, and a sing-along to start the open mic. Songwriters sign up, perform on stage, and receive great feedback from guests and attendees. The guest closes with another original and Q&A. Come play a song & build your songwriting community! 7 PM About Tyler: Tyler Dettloff (Anishinaabe Métis/Italian) is a poet and songwriter raised in the edge of the Delirium Wilderness. Currently living in Marquette, Michigan, Tyler’s latest album, Reconcile, was … read more April 16th: Songwriter’s Woodshed: Tyler Dettloff
March 21st: Winter Roots Festival: Winter Roots Workshops!
After the History of Protest Songs Workshop at the Fold, make your way over to Ore Dock Brewing Co from 1-4 pm for an afternoon full of Celtic music, Irish dance, live tunes, and a community square dance. Here’s the full schedule: 1:00 -1:45 PM IRISH DANCE & MUSIC WITH CAROLYN PROVENCHER, THE KNOCKABOUTS, & MICHAEL WAITE 2:00 -2:30 PM THE KNOCKABOUTS CONCERT 2:30-4:00 PM SQUARE DANCE WITH HIAWATHA HOUSE BAND AND JO FOLEY This event is $5 for Hiawatha Members and $10 for non-members. We will be accepting nonperishable … read more March 21st: Winter Roots Festival: Winter Roots Workshops!
March 18th: Winter Roots Festival: HOTAP with Matt Watroba
As our first concert of Winter Roots Festival 2026, we are thrilled to announce Matt Watroba as our March 18th HOTAP guest artist. He will be leading a Community Sing, where other guest artists will join him in song and celebration. Some of whom include: John Gillette, Sarah Mittlefelhdt, Dan Truckey, Molly Wallen, & Tim Clearly. About Matt: “Many know Matt Watroba as the voice of folk music in Michigan for his work producing and hosting shows for public radio. He has devoted his life and career to being a … read more March 18th: Winter Roots Festival: HOTAP with Matt Watroba
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Live at the Fold: August ConcertsJuly 30, 2026August 13th, Hiawatha Music Co-Op is thrilled to have Kitty Donohoe as our first Live at the Fold concert of the month! A bit about Kitty: Ann Arbor-based songwriter and Michigan […]- 2026 Festival Frequently Asked QuestionsJuly 19, 2026https://hiawathamusic.org/about-the-hiawatha-festival/2026-festival-frequently-asked-questions/ […]
July 9th: Hiawatha Pre-Fest ConcertJune 16, 2026Hiawatha’s annual Pre-Fest Concert will be happening on July 9th from 6-8 PM at Ore Dock Brewing Company! 🎉 The Annie and Rod Capps Quartet will be gracing the stage as our […]